Mars Legacy vs PPFD METER
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mars Legacy
Control and configure your indoor grow lights remotely. Automate growth cycles with custom timers, simulate sunrise and sunset, and manage multiple lights independently from a single device. Compatible with the Mars Hydro Smart Grow System.
- Remote LED light control
- Adjustable light intensity
- Automatic growth cycle programming
- Sunrise/sunset simulation
- Wireless multi-light control
- Independent lighting group management
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The Mars Hydro app is launched to build a smart, simplified, frontier a ccess for growers to a more manageable grow project, supporting m obile control and growth programs configuration, compatible with Ma rs Hydro Smart Grow System at: www.mars-hydro.com *Easily turn ON/OFF your LED grow lights and adjust the intensity with j ust a few clicks. *Precisely arrange time triggers to achieve automatic growth cycles an d simulation of sunrise and sunset. *Wireless control of multiple LED grow lights via one device at the sam e time. *Different lighting groups are available for independent management, which enables simultaneous monitor on paralleled grows. ...More to be launched
PPFD METER
This app measures light intensity for plants, converting LUX to PPFD and DLI. It offers advanced light mapping, uniformity analysis, and efficiency insights to optimize plant growth. Customize profiles for different environments and growth stages.
- LUX, PPFD, DLI, and PAR measurements
- Light mapping and distribution analysis
- Uniformity and PPF evaluation
- Energy efficiency and consumption tracking
- Customizable setting profiles
- Bluetooth sensor integration
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Perfect for both seasoned gardeners and beginners, PPFD Meter sets itself apart from standard grow light meter apps with its comprehensive features and intuitive design. Using your phone's built-in sensors or the acclaimed UNI-T UT383 BT sensor via Bluetooth, PPFD Meter provides precise and reliable light measurements. This accuracy is essential for understanding and optimizing the light your plants receive, ensuring their health and growth. PPFD Meter is more than a light measurement tool; it's a guide to understanding your plants' needs. It converts LUX readings into PPFD (Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density) and DLI (Daily Light Integral), providing critical insights for your lighting setup. Customize up to five different settings profiles for various environments or growth stages, making your plant care as unique as your garden. Advanced Light Mapping and Analysis Step into a new era of light management with PPFD Meter's advanced light mapping capabilities. Our exclusive PAR and DLI Maps feature offers a vivid, detailed representation of light distribution across your grow area, enabling precise adjustments for optimal plant growth. But that's just the beginning: In-Depth Light Analysis: Measure light uniformity to ensure even plant growth, and evaluate your setup's PPF (Photosynthetic Photon Flux) to understand the total light output. Efficiency and Consumption Insights: Assess the efficiency of your lighting system in converting energy into usable light. Track the daily total energy consumption to manage your energy usage and environmental impact effectively. Comprehensive DLI Tracking: Monitor the Daily Light Integral, a key factor in regulating plant health and growth cycles, ensuring your plants receive the right amount of light each day. These advanced features make PPFD Meter not just an app, but a vital partner in your indoor gardening journey. It’s a leap forward from typical grow light meter apps, offering a depth of analysis and customization that truly enhances your plant care experience. Download PPFD Meter today and embark on a journey of precision and expertise in plant care. Your plants will thrive like never before! Privacy Policy: https://www.ppfd.app/pp Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: PPFD METER at 4.6 against Mars Legacy's 1.3. PPFD METER also leads on review sentiment (53% vs 12%). Mars Legacy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. PPFD METER sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Mars Legacy asks for nothing beyond the download.
PPFD METER holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 70 and 118 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 12% of Mars Legacy's written reviews are positive against 53% of PPFD METER's.
Mars Legacy ships an update monthly, PPFD METER every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 7, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mars Legacy | PPFD METER |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.3 (70 ratings) | 4.6 (118 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 12.2% of reviews | 52.6% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 70 | 118 — better |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 59 MB | 43 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MARS TRADING RCC, INC. | Candas Pamukcu |
Customer experience
Mars Legacy
PPFD METER
Bugs and requests
Mars Legacy
Reported bugs
20 issues- App cannot detect Bluetooth despite phone detecting it
- Timer settings do not execute at scheduled times
- Scenes and automation groups fail to work
- WiFi connection drops frequently and reconnection fails
- Light brightness changes unexpectedly without user input
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- Humidity readings display unrealistic fantasy values
- App crashes and loses all device/account data
- Login verification codes not received
- Sunrise/sunset mode ignores brightness settings and forces 100%
- Time selection interface is confusing and unreliable
- Fan disconnects from app during use
- PPFD settings reset unexpectedly
- App update broke existing functionality
- Device not detected during initial setup
- Password signup validation error
- Bluetooth icon shows as disabled after update
- Light turns off mid-cycle without reason
- Temperature unit cannot be changed to Celsius
- Scenes override manual timer settings
- App fails to save time settings correctly
Requested features
12 requests- Multiple on/off cycles per day for automation
- Daylight saving time adjustment option
- Sunrise/sunset mode with adjustable brightness levels
- Better WiFi stability and range
- Improved app interface and user experience
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- Comprehensive help documentation
- Account recovery and data persistence
- Multi-language support with accurate translations
- System time picker instead of custom control
- Ability to set different brightness levels for different scenes
- More reliable remote control functionality
- Better error messages and troubleshooting guidance
PPFD METER
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Mars Legacy
No in-app purchases
PPFD METER
- Premium$1.991 Month
- Premium Plus$2.991 Month
- Remove Ads$29.99








